Sammy Dread and Sluggy Ranks - both amazing singers born in Kingston, Jamaica relocated to Brooklyn, New York. They embraced the dancehall and sound system culture in the 80s and 90s but sang cultural roots and positive lyrics instead of slackness. Listen. reminisce, and learn more on Reggae Lover Podcast episode 122. Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2&app=podcast&at=11l6hT iHeartRadio link:...

Leroy Smart, known as "The Don" has a mind-blowing voice that penetrates his audiences and a flamboyant performance style. The Don Smart sang both roots and lovers reggae masterfully from the early 70s through the 90s with over 35 albums released. He still performs and is one of Jamaica's musical icons. Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2&app=podcast&at=11l6hT iHeartRadio link:...

Listen to this essential mix and overview of Dub, a Jamaican genre or sub-genre that grew out of Reggae music in the 1960s and has extended way beyond the scope of Reggae to inspire other genres including dubstep, hip-hop, jungle, grime, rock, house, techno, drum and bass, trip-hop, garage, and more. Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2&app=podcast&at=11l6hT iHeartRadio link: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-Reggae-Lover-29076656/...

Nicodemus and Early B are legendary dancehall stars that were active from the late 70's until the 90s. Listen to this tribute mix and learn more about these two bad deejays that inspired the next generation of Jamaican artists. Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2&app=podcast&at=11l6hT iHeartRadio link: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-Reggae-Lover-29076656/ Stitcher Radio link:...

The global reggae phenomenon is highlighted in this Reggae Lover Podcast Episode. Full show notes: http://highlanda.net/2018/10/08/non-jamaican-reggae-artists/ Nasio Fontaine was born on the Caribbean island of Dominica to a Carib Indian mother and Father of African descent. Alpha Blondy was born in the Ivory Coast to a Muslim father and a Christian mother. Joe Pilgrim and the Ligerians. Benin-born singer Joe Pilgrim spent his childhood in France. Lucky Dube was a multi-platinum,...

Gregory Isaacs ROOTS is the theme for Reggae Lover Podcast Episode 117. This episode features roots reggae songs from the Gregory Isaacs catalog. I chose to curate his songs about the reality of everyday life and the strife of poor people. #download Gregory Isaacs was born in Jamaica on July 15, 1951. He made his debut in 1968 with a recording for Byron Lee. He then started the African Museum record label and shop along with Errol Dunkley. Isaacs recorded for other producers as well. His...

Gregory Isaacs LOVERS ROCK is the theme for Reggae Lover Podcast Episode 116. Gregory Isaacs is one of the greatest reggae singers of all times. He's in my Top 5 along with Bob Marley, Dennis Brown, Freddie McGregor, and Buju Banton. Many people around the world rate The Cool Ruler as their number 1. Gregory Isaacs was active from the 60s all the way through the 2000s. There is a great deal of material in his catalog. This mix provides sweet reggae music with a love-related theme. The...

Today's mix featured Gentleman from Germany and Alborosie from Italy. Gentleman has been active in the music business since 1998 and is now signed to the Universal Music. He is the best-known reggae artist from Germany. The son of a Lutheran Pastor, his lyrical content contains no swearing or no gun talk. He expresses a deep belief in God. Love, unity and spiritual themes are prevalent in his music. Gentleman collaborated with Ky-Mani Marley on a 2016 album, “Conversations.” He has been...

This showcase of 2018 roots reggae material kicks off with ‘Movers and Shakers’ by Deep Jahi, one of Jamaica's breakout artists for 2018. New roots chanter Fyakin delivers ‘I Story’ on the Top Shelf Riddim produced by The Expanders and Walshy Fire from Major Lazer. Also listen out for: A few singles from Exco Levi's "Narrative," an excellent album released in November 2017 by Silly Walks Disco. Lutan Fyan with 'From the Dust' on the Anti-Racism Riddim. Queen Africa with 'Black Woman.'...

Listen to gems dropped by my guest, Zack Reed, CEO of Rebel Sound Records, and General at EN Young's Roots Musician Records. I was amazed at how long the list was when I asked Zack what upcoming projects people need to look out for. Reggae Lover Podcast Episode 111 Apple Podcast (iTunes) link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/reggae-lover/id1126663530?mt=2&app=podcast&at=11l6hT iHeartRadio link: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-Reggae-Lover-29076656/ Stitcher Radio link:...

Reggae Lover presents Ras Fraser Jr. in the mix for 40 minutes including exclusive songs that only can be played by Highlanda Sound along with tracks from the new album “Journey to Greatness.” I make sure to do my part in getting great music to you. This is a preview of an upcoming mixtape with songwriter/singer/DeeJay/ musician/artist/producer - RAS FRASER Jr. Journey to Greatness, released on the Rebel Sound Records imprint, is available any and everywhere that music can be purchased....

It's a new season of the podcast! I am back in full effect with new shows coming out every week until the end of the year. Thank you so much for listening. If it's your first time, this is a livication to you, the reggae lover. Whether you know the songs you hear on this show or not, my goal is that you feel uplifted after listening. I want you to feel joyous and happy. The music should help you to transmute any negative energy into positive. You should enter a different frame of mind via...

Best known for outstanding contributions in Lovers Rock, reggae singer Tony Curtis has prevailed over 3 decades in the music business. Tony Curtis has recorded many solo hit singles, 7 full-length studio albums, and a string of notable collaborations. Listen to Reggae Lover Podcast 105 to find out more about one of the best and most underrated contemporary Jamaican singers. This is an exclusive Tony Curtis mix with commentary at the end. With an unwavering respect for and deep knowledge of...

I caught up with I-Octane to dive into the story of his reggae journey. The bright reggae-dancehall star explained that he didn't choose music. Music chose him. "Music became like a person that I could correspond with and express myself... then I fell in love with music." In 2018 Octane committed to growth by giving his fans a better live music experience. Bringing old-school standards to the new school, he will be performing with a live band as much as possible moving forward. "Reggae music...